The Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community (EAC) offers career opportunities for qualified professionals interested in working within a diplomatic mission and supporting the European Union’s engagement with Tanzania and the East African Community. The Delegation is based in Dar es Salaam and works closely with the Embassies and Consulates of EU Member States.
Current Vacancy: Accounts Clerk
The Delegation recently announced a vacancy for an Accounts Clerk, posted on 24 August 2026. The position is a Local Agent Group III role within the Administration Section and is offered on a fixed-term contract of two years, including a nine-month probation period, with the possibility of renewal subject to budget availability and operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
The Accounts Clerk will support the Delegation’s financial and administrative operations, including:
- Receiving and verifying invoices and payment requests.
- Checking financial documents against contracts, purchase orders, and other supporting documentation.
- Registering invoices and financial documents in the EU financial system.
- Executing payments through local bank accounts and following up outstanding transactions.
- Maintaining contractor and staff financial information in relevant systems.
- Processing budget requests, commitments, and de-commitments.
- Managing petty cash accounts.
- Monitoring budget execution and supporting budget reporting.
- Assisting with annual and interim administrative budget preparation.
- Preparing monthly reconciliation and financial reports.
- Preparing files for financial control procedures.
- Calculating mission cost estimates and assisting with verification of mission claims.
- Supporting procurement procedures and contract management.
- Assisting with monthly payroll preparation for local agents.
- Performing other administrative duties assigned by management.
Qualifications
The vacancy notice specifies a Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a similar field. Knowledge of EU tools, policies and procedures is relevant, while knowledge of another EU language such as French, Spanish, German, or Italian is an advantage.
Other Opportunities
The EU Delegation to Tanzania has also advertised positions such as Secretary and Administrative Assistant during 2026.
In addition, the Delegation has advertised a Funded Traineeship for Young Graduates within its Political, Press and Information Section, providing an opportunity to gain practical experience in the work of an EU diplomatic mission.
Who Can Apply
EU Delegation vacancies can have different eligibility requirements depending on the position. Candidates should carefully review the specific vacancy notice for qualifications, professional experience, language requirements, contract conditions, and application procedures.
The EEAS vacancy database includes opportunities across areas such as administration, finance, communication, IT, legal affairs, political affairs, security, and traineeships.
How to Apply
Applicants should use the official European External Action Service vacancy portal and the specific application instructions provided in each Tanzania vacancy notice.
For the current Accounts Clerk opportunity, applicants should follow the application instructions contained in the official vacancy notice rather than sending applications to the HR complaints mailbox.
Final Thought
The Delegation of the European Union to Tanzania provides professional opportunities in a diplomatic and international working environment. Qualified Tanzanian professionals with backgrounds in finance, administration, communications, IT, and other relevant disciplines should regularly check the official vacancy portal for newly advertised positions.
